FAQ

WHAT IS HYPNOTHERAPY?

Hypnotherapy is a form of therapy that uses guided relaxation and focused attention to achieve a heightened state of awareness. In this state, your subconscious mind is most receptive to hypnotic suggestions.

IF I AM HYPNOTISED DO I GIVE UP CONTROL?

No. Hypnosis is a streamlined state of focused attention, similar to when you are absorbed in a book, a film or driving. A Hypnotherapist cannot make you do anything you would not normally do.

HOW DOES HYPNOSIS FEEL?

Hypnosis is a natural state of mind similar to daydreaming. Everybody’s experience of it is different and how an individual feels may vary each time they go into hypnosis. Some people describe hearing every word the therapist says, while others find their mind wanders; many people lose track of time when they are in hypnosis. Most people describe being very relaxed during and after the session and more enjoyable than they expected.

IS IT SCIENTIFICALLY PROVEN?

Numerous studies and scientific research have shown that Hypnotherapy is the most effective method in comparison to other therapies.

Success rate: Number of sessions:

Psychoanalysis 38% 600+

Cognitive-Behavioural 22

Therapy 72%

Hypnotherapy 93% 6

HOW MANY SESSIONS WILL I NEED?

It depends on the nature of the issue and commitment to therapy. As a guide, most people stop smoking after one session, specific phobias around 4 sessions. Anxiety, behaviour change and performance and other more general issues can require between 6-12 sessions. This will be discussed at the Initial Consultation.